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We had coffee service.. excellent coffee. (Incense is a part of this ceremony!) we met the chef! Food was amazing - available vegetarian and other dishes. We posted a menu for ease of review.
I have only had Ethiopian food a few times. I wasn't a fan. I saw this place pop up elsewhere as having vegan options. I decided to check it out today. Small place, and when I say that I don't mean by square footage, I mean the lady making the food and the gentleman serving. I almost didn't want to write a review because I want to keep it as a secret spot of mine. All throughout my meal, I was planning my next trip back. That's all I can say... for me? It was so good that I cried tears of enjoyment as I chewed every bite with my eyes closed savoring every flavor. At first, I thought I would take a bite of each and each them least favorite to favorite. Only, every bite I took I wanted another and another. I will be making this a regular meal. How frequently I am still uncertain but for me, this hit spots inside of me I didn't even know I needed filled. There is a spacious dining area and a bar, the decor indeed does remind me of "home", not my home, but someone's and for me, that's how it felt. So good. I made noises of enjoyment throughout every bite. Again, for me, this is easily a new favorite place.
Oh my god this was so good. I ate the whole thing! I came during lunch so they had the food out, buffet-style/ self serve (that's why my plate looks messy LOL). I highly recommend coming to try it out. The owner was very kind and helpful in explaining all their food options. Definitely coming back!
What a delicious meal! My friend invited us to lunch and we finally made it to Ethiopian food after at least a year of talking about it. Spacious interior, smells were incredible and food was so comforting and delicious. Four people (2 adults, 2 kids) shared a vegan platter for 3 and loved it. My favorite were the spicier lentils. We also bought four sambusa and those were divine. Would absolute return for another delicious experience.
We stopped here for a bite to eat before heading to the airport. The staff greeted us with genuine smiles. This food is so flavorful. The dishes are fresh and the amount of food is more than enough for 2 people. The dining room is big and they have a big screen tv that was broadcasting sports. The food service was attentive and friendly. The server suggested a unique sparkling water from Ethiopia which we liked so much. I have been craving Ethiopian cuisine for months and this restaurant experience was satiating.
We've wanted to try Ethiopian food for quite some time, and this place had some really good write ups, so let's give it a shot. The restaurant is not much to speak of as you pull up, but inside, it's clean, neat, well organized, and very pleasant. We were seated promptly. Other diners were a mix of US and Africans. We ordered the Ethiopian beer and it was pretty good. Since we had no idea what to order, we went with the meat combo for 3. I understand the protocols of eating without utensils or plates and that was not a problem. Overall, we found the food very flavorful and highly seasoned and quite filling. Alas, in truth, it's not our taste. But if you are an Ethiopian food fan, give it a try.
The food!! GO! Now!! I literally texted my friends, a picture of my dinner, and said buy your plane ticket. Don't be scared off by the outside. It's got a parking lot and once you get through the front door, you are transformed into a welcoming space. They offer beer wine, and it looks like hard liquor. I don't drink, but I had a lovely pot of hot cinnamon tea. The food was spectacular. Everything I had was delicious. Just go you won't be disappointed.
I love the ambiance here. There's also a wide variety of foods that are available to eat - as well as drinks. The customer service is also exceptional here, with the staff always going above and beyond to make me feel at home!
1. Looks like a basic place from the outside. Once you enter inside, it's a cool ambiance. 2. The place is family run, an Ethiopian woman cooks, not some workers off the street. 3. The food is spectacular, fresh, flavorful, digests super well. 4. They use traditional Teff flour which is ideal for Gluten allergies. 5. They offer fully Vegan meals (as this is also a religious need on Wednesday/Fridays for some Ethiopians). I've never had the meat here, the vegan dishes are supremely delicious and I always return home with delicious leftovers. 6. The Ethiopian beer is great, the owner and community is wonderful, and I always look forward to visiting this establishment.
My Uncle and I arrived here on a rainy afternoon as soon as you walk in the place is decorated with culture. It feels like you're walking into someone's home, you can smell the food from the kitchen and it's herbaceous! The server was very friendly and kind, when our food arrived she let us know we eat with our hands. The brown wrap is a soft foam like tortilla texture and the meat and greens are super flavorful and melt in your mouth. It's very mushy so If you're okay with that texture give this place a try! It's very tasty! Just remember if you don't like it please be kind, food from other cultures are meant to be different so if it's not for you please still be respectful.
I came when they first opened up for the day. As I entered there was a smoke screen of incense smoke all throughout. One of the owners quickly noticed and started opening up door for fresh air. I did not mind the incense as I do burn them myself but it was just a little much. The owners are super nice and accommodating. The food is good. I think I may have selected the wrong item for me personally. I ordered beef (don't remember the official name). Not my first but a first at this spot. I will definitely be back. It was a fun experience.
23 days ago
As Ethiopian Cuisine lovers, my wife and I are in a constant search for new opportunities to delight in this exquisite culinary heritage from this formidable eastern African country and its amalgam and range of aromas, textures and tastes. Kare Ethiopians' location offers the traditional objects and décor of the culture and traditions - giving you a feel and apropos ambience. But the tables and chairs are reminiscent of the 60s with somewhat sticky plastic table covers, it has airy and comfortable seating, adequate service and courtesy and admirably modest prices - yet the food was good, but less than extraordinary! If you're not an Ethiopian food fanatic, Kare may not be the place to start your testing your taste buds. But if you're not an aficionádo or enthusiast already, there are a handful of other Ethiopian restos to better try. Right off the bat, when served my requested Pop Walia Lager, I had to ask for a glass, and the beer was barely cold! My wife ordered water, was served a bottle - no glass! We started with appetizers of reasonably tasty meat Sambussa. We decided that our main would be a sampler dish giving us ample opportunity to try an across-the-board spectrum of their offerings. It was a good choice. Within minutes of our appetizer arrived our sampler platter which included: selections of misr wat (red lentil), alecha wat (vegetable stew), fosolia (butter beans), gomen (damn good collard greens), and tikil gomen (excellent cabbage and potato stew) and key sir (a very good beet, potato, cabbage mix), all served with traditional injera and garnished with very little salad salad. I was hoping the selection would also have included some servings of kitfo (beef), atkilt (spice cabbage), and/or Yebeg Alicha (lamb stew), but I was not in luck. If this restaurant is near you, it will be a relatively decent choice for Ethiopian, but if not, for really excellent renditions there are at least two other competitors worth trying and more mouthwatering. read more
7 months ago
Quick service- good customer service. Plenty of parking spots Very good food We will return! read more
1 month ago
1 year ago
I have only had Ethiopian food a few times. I wasn't a fan. I saw this place pop up elsewhere as having vegan options. I decided to check it out today. Small place, and when I say that I don't mean by square footage, I mean the lady making the food and the gentleman serving. I almost didn't want to write a review because I want to keep it as a secret spot of mine. All throughout my meal, I was planning my next trip back. That's all I can say... for me? It was so good that I cried tears of enjoyment as I chewed every bite with my eyes closed savoring every flavor. At first, I thought I would take a bite of each and each them least favorite to favorite. Only, every bite I took I wanted another and another. I will be making this a regular meal. How frequently I am still uncertain but for me, this hit spots inside of me I didn't even know I needed filled. There is a spacious dining area and a bar, the decor indeed does remind me of "home", not my home, but someone's and for me, that's how it felt. So good. I made noises of enjoyment throughout every bite. Again, for me, this is easily a new favorite place. read more
6 months ago
Oh my god this was so good. I ate the whole thing! I came during lunch so they had the food out, buffet-style/ self serve (that's why my plate looks messy LOL). I highly recommend coming to try it out. The owner was very kind and helpful in explaining all their food options. Definitely coming back! read more
What a delicious meal! My friend invited us to lunch and we finally made it to Ethiopian food after at least a year of talking about it. Spacious interior, smells were incredible and food was so comforting and delicious. Four people (2 adults, 2 kids) shared a vegan platter for 3 and loved it. My favorite were the spicier lentils. We also bought four sambusa and those were divine. Would absolute return for another delicious experience. read more
5 months ago
Food is amazing and service is great! Definitely recommend checking this place out if you are in Phoenix! read more
5 months ago
Tried calling twice to resolve before making a review and left a message. I ordered Tebes and a side salad for 27$ the meat was dry and every other bite was grizzle. Very disappointing after seeing 4.8 for reviews. It lacked flavor and was just as sour as the injera read more
7 months ago
7 months ago
2 years ago
We stopped here for a bite to eat before heading to the airport. The staff greeted us with genuine smiles. This food is so flavorful. The dishes are fresh and the amount of food is more than enough for 2 people. The dining room is big and they have a big screen tv that was broadcasting sports. The food service was attentive and friendly. The server suggested a unique sparkling water from Ethiopia which we liked so much. I have been craving Ethiopian cuisine for months and this restaurant experience was satiating. read more
We've wanted to try Ethiopian food for quite some time, and this place had some really good write ups, so let's give it a shot. The restaurant is not much to speak of as you pull up, but inside, it's clean, neat, well organized, and very pleasant. We were seated promptly. Other diners were a mix of US and Africans. We ordered the Ethiopian beer and it was pretty good. Since we had no idea what to order, we went with the meat combo for 3. I understand the protocols of eating without utensils or plates and that was not a problem. Overall, we found the food very flavorful and highly seasoned and quite filling. Alas, in truth, it's not our taste. But if you are an Ethiopian food fan, give it a try. read more
2 years ago
The food!! GO! Now!! I literally texted my friends, a picture of my dinner, and said buy your plane ticket. Don't be scared off by the outside. It's got a parking lot and once you get through the front door, you are transformed into a welcoming space. They offer beer wine, and it looks like hard liquor. I don't drink, but I had a lovely pot of hot cinnamon tea. The food was spectacular. Everything I had was delicious. Just go you won't be disappointed. read more
1 year ago
I love the ambiance here. There's also a wide variety of foods that are available to eat - as well as drinks. The customer service is also exceptional here, with the staff always going above and beyond to make me feel at home! read more
2 years ago
1. Looks like a basic place from the outside. Once you enter inside, it's a cool ambiance. 2. The place is family run, an Ethiopian woman cooks, not some workers off the street. 3. The food is spectacular, fresh, flavorful, digests super well. 4. They use traditional Teff flour which is ideal for Gluten allergies. 5. They offer fully Vegan meals (as this is also a religious need on Wednesday/Fridays for some Ethiopians). I've never had the meat here, the vegan dishes are supremely delicious and I always return home with delicious leftovers. 6. The Ethiopian beer is great, the owner and community is wonderful, and I always look forward to visiting this establishment. read more
1 year ago
My Uncle and I arrived here on a rainy afternoon as soon as you walk in the place is decorated with culture. It feels like you're walking into someone's home, you can smell the food from the kitchen and it's herbaceous! The server was very friendly and kind, when our food arrived she let us know we eat with our hands. The brown wrap is a soft foam like tortilla texture and the meat and greens are super flavorful and melt in your mouth. It's very mushy so If you're okay with that texture give this place a try! It's very tasty! Just remember if you don't like it please be kind, food from other cultures are meant to be different so if it's not for you please still be respectful. read more
2 years ago
6 months ago
3 years ago
I came when they first opened up for the day. As I entered there was a smoke screen of incense smoke all throughout. One of the owners quickly noticed and started opening up door for fresh air. I did not mind the incense as I do burn them myself but it was just a little much. The owners are super nice and accommodating. The food is good. I think I may have selected the wrong item for me personally. I ordered beef (don't remember the official name). Not my first but a first at this spot. I will definitely be back. It was a fun experience. read more
1 year ago
Delicious authentic Ethiopian food. The family who runs it are so kind. When the grandma saw i took a small piece of injera bread to go, she told the server to give me extra for free, so it wasn't such a tiny sad piece all by itself!! read more
3 years ago
You know this is long and prolonged, like seriously I don't know why I haven't done this sooner. Kare Ethiopian restaurant is the best Ethiopian restaurant in Arizona. Hands down, I've been to all of them in Arizona and this place takes the lead. Things I love, Beautiful humble owners Amazing diverse food Beautiful scenery of culture An environment of openness and love Clean bathrooms The owners have been doing they're best to keep their business afloat and so I would highly insist on everyone in coming and trying they're beautiful food Btw the owners are willing to walk you through the whole menu if needed read more
1 year ago
Amazing food and great service! Give it a try if you are in the area, you won't regret it. read more
This place is out of this world. The flavors are incredible and everything you taste takes you to flavor town. The service is excellent, very friendly and make you feel at home. The entire place has a calming ambiance. It feels like you're eating a lovely dinner at home. Will be back! Don't miss this spot! read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
What an absolute gem!! The food is beyond AMAZING! I kid you not. If you're ready for a food adventure-let the good people of Kare transport you. The flavors explode in your mouth. While it is not a vegan restaurant, It was one of the best vegan meals I have had in Phoenix. The textures are pillowy and inviting, calling you to eat more even though you may be full. The outside of the restaurant may be off putting but the inside is bright and inviting. When we got here they were having an Ethiopian Coffee ceremony. I only wish we drank coffee. Please spread the news. This place deserves to thrive. read more
Incredibly welcoming, friendly, and clean establishment. The 3-person vegan combo and lentil veggie sambusa were excellently flavored. The sambusa wrapper was perfectly crispy and flaky on the outside, while warm and fluffy on the inside. There was just enough hot spice to bring you to life. The indoor Ethiopian decor is colorful and inviting. The restaurant is kid friendly with high chairs available. Highly recommend! read more
2 years ago
For the vegan sampler and it was so good. A little bit spicy but worth it! The restaurant has a nice ambiance. The service was good as well and very pleasant server. I definitely recommend! read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
I ordered to go and the bag must have weighed 10lbs! The lady on the phone was very nice and asked how long it would take me to get there so that she can prepare the special kitfo fresh. The beg tibbs was very tender and delicious. The portions for veggie combo, kitfo and tibbs were generous and tasty. I wish they were a little more spiced but you have to consider location and their customer type, so a little authenticity is lost so as not to scare off people who are not used to seasoned foods. Next time I'm in the area I will be dining in. read more
2 years ago
Perfectly seasoned and delicious food! We loved everything! The injera (Ethiopian tortilla) is soft, sourdough-like, healthy and fun to eat! We bought the owner's spice mix (Berbere) to recreate the lentil dish at home. It was the yummiest restaurant I've been to in a long time! read more
3 years ago
Went here for my friends birthday because she loves Ethiopian food and neither myself nor our other friends had ever tried it before. I could not say enough amazing things about this place. Our server was the sweetest woman who told us stories about the food while we ordered. We got both types of sambusas and they were honestly my favorite thing, served with this spicy chimichurri sauce 10/10. We also ordered the meat and vegan plate for the three of us. When it arrived it was so beautiful and smelled incredible. It's served traditionally with injera and everything was so flavorful. Our server was so nice to not mix our meat and vegan sides as well since the birthday girl doesn't eat meat. If you're looking for great food, and an even better experience by this beautiful family look no further. read more
3 years ago
Best Ethiopian food ever. It's my first time trying Ethiopian food and must I say ... it's the best . I got the vegan combo good for two people . The flavors where out of this world! The environment is very traditional too ! (That how you know the good is going to be smack) 10-10 highly recommend!!!! read more
2 years ago
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